Routine Maintenance By Homeowner; Air Filter; Lubrication - Napoleon 9600 SERIES Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

FURNACE SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURE:
1. Set the thermostat to its lowest setting.
2. Shut off electric power to the furnace.
3. Turn the furnace manual shut-off valve to the "OFF" position.
4. Remove the burner access door, turn the manual gas valve switch to the "OFF" position, then re-install the
burner access door.
IMPORTANT:
If you intend to be away from home for lengthy periods of time during the non-heating season,
it is advisable to follow the furnace shut down procedure.

4.0 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE BY HOMEOWNER

4.1

AIR FILTER

DO NOT OPERATE YOUR FURNACE OR AIR CONDITIONER FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF
A portion of the dust entrained in the air may temporarily lodge in the air duct runs and the supply registers.
Any recirculated dust particles will be heated and charred by coming into contact with the heat exchanger.
This residue will soil ceilings, walls, drapes, carpets, furniture, and other household articles.
DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE FURNACE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
MAINTENANCE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK RESULTING IN
Follow air fi lter manufacturer's instructions for removing and cleaning the fi lter. Allow the fi lter to dry thoroughly
before reinstallation and never operate the blower fan with a wet fi lter. Consult your installation contractor or
service technician if you have any questions on fi lters.
IF CLEANING RATHER THAN REPLACING THE FILTER, UNLESS THE FILTER IS
THOROUGHLY WASHED AND DRIED, BE SURE THAT THE FILTER IS RE-INSTALLED WITH
THE AIRFLOW DIRECTION IDENTICAL TO ITS PREVIOUS USE. REVERSING THE FILTER
WILL CAUSE DUST TRAPPED WITHIN THE FILTER TO BREAK FREE AND RECIRCULATE
4.2

LUBRICATION

The circulating air blower, and exhauster motors have sealed bearings. The bearings contain permanent
special purpose lubricants. Attempting to force common oil into the circulating and exhauster assembly motor
bearings will deteriorate the original lubricant and shorten bearing life.
CAUTION
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TIME WITHOUT AN AIR FILTER.
WARNING
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SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
CAUTION
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WITHIN THE DUCT SYSTEM.
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